“The Jewish Home, Dressed” by Ellen Filreis
Dyed tallit and bag by Meg FisherAn exhibit opening today, Feb. 4, at the Jewish Cultural Center will push the boundaries of its theme, “Dressed.”
As curator Ann Treadwell explains: “‘Dressed’ explores dressing. In addition to people being dressed, tables can be dressed. Turkeys can be dressed. Landscapes can be dressed.
“Apparently, even dinosaurs can be dressed,” she says, referring to one of the submissions, which have been received in multiple mediums from more than 20 artists across the Southeast.
The exhibit also explores the forms of dressing, says Treadwell, who is program director for the Jewish Federation. “Are the dressings formal, childlike, traditions, influenced by other cultures, or are they abstract?”
The show will open with a reception at 5:30 p.m. at the JCC, 5461 North Terrace. The exhibit will continue through Friday, March 11. Admission is free.